Serving 849 students in grades 7-8, Southern Regional Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 849 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southern Regional Middle School's student population of 849 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
849 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Southern Regional Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Regional Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1103 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
84%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Regional Middle School's ranking?
Southern Regional Middle School is ranked #1103 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Southern Regional Middle School often compared to?
Southern Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howell Township Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Southern Regional Middle School?
849 students attend Southern Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Southern Regional Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Regional Middle School?
Southern Regional Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southern Regional Middle School offer ?
Southern Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Regional Middle School part of?
Southern Regional Middle School is part of Southern Regional School District.
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